"An issue in the context of your reply is the so-called "mad/bad debate". And it very much plays into the perception of these rather extreme forms of criminal behavior. From a legal and forensic psychological standpoint a…"

"Interesting. I think that just being aware that our behavior is not always justified and taking on some personal responsibility can go a long way."

"Maybe I take empathy and attempting to understand such actions by people to the extreme, but I think it is important to understand the causes of such behavior. You do bring up a good point about school shootings Nathaniel, in that the media makes…"

"I agree with the principle to an extent. However, in the case of school shooters, I don't think it can be justified. Same with rape. There's definitely a line, but like you said, those are the most extreme cases. On the topic of mass…"

"                       Taking the time to understand someone is harder to do when the behavior can be considered abhorrent. What is being discussed in the comments section is very…"

"let he who has not sinned throw the first rock? I should also mention that many people regard their way as "the best" way. If you do something a different way, you're shaking that belief, and they become defensive."

"In the beginning... was the code.   "